2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
